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diverse, strong, safe and inclusive
gay, lesbian, bisexual, transgender,
intersex and queer (GLBTIQ)
community that contributes to and is
respected by broader communities.

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Information

- ACON in Sydney is running workshops and
group for gay men starting soon for more
information
click here.

- Coming Out to your loved ones can be a
very difficult process. The idea of telling
your friends and family that you are gay,
lesbian, bisexual, transgender or
questioning can be so frightening that some
people live in silent fear for years on end
before they start living their authentic
lives.

“Don’t Tell Your Father –
Conversations About Coming Out” is a
must-read for anyone who is in the process
of coming out, anyone who already has, or
anyone who wishes to better understand what
a loved one is going through as they come to
terms with their sexuality. Beyond that,
this is a book for anyone who just enjoys a
well-told story. “Don’t Tell Your
Father – Conversations About Coming Out”
isn’t only about being queer; it’s about
being human.
For more information click here

- Coming Out Australia - Is pleased to
announce that there are more workshops in 2011. "Coming Out" workshops run once a
month, they are FREE for anyone wanting to
attend a workshop and learn more about "Coming
Out". It is an evening workshop starting at
6.30pm and run for 3 hours. We have added
workshops for Parents, Family and Friends that
are affected by someone coming out.click here for the programIt is a casual informal workshop, with
discussions, group activities and more.
Bookings are essential. For
more information please contact us.
Discretion and confidentially is assured.
To register call 03 9660 3940.

Fun Stuff

-
Coming Out Australia proudly
supports the Get Up Campaign for Equal Marriage
for same sex couples in Australia

How To Install Honeycomb Blinds

Sometimes, the rays from the sun may penenerate into the home through the windows, and this could be very discomforting while trying to catch some sleep. An effective way of blocking out such light from entering your home is by making use of honeycomb blinds.

Honeycomb blinds which are also referred to as cellular shades are a kind of covering used for the window to block light and insulate a room. Honeycomb blinds are particularly useful in places like Australia where the weather can be extreme sometimes. There are many resources when it comes to installing blinds online, simply check out Youtube for detailed tutorials.

Honeycomb blinds vary in size, and can be constructed to have single cells, double cells, or triple cells. Honeycomb blinds offer a lot of benefits such as privacy, insulation, blocks the light from the sun, and so much more.

How to install honeycomb blinds

Installing honeycomb blinds isn’t all that the difficult when you know the right things to do. In this article, we will be providing you with a guide on how to install honeycomb blinds.

Tools needed

The tools you’ll need when installing the blinds include the following:

Steel measuring tape

Power drill and bits

Screw drivers

Flat blade

Carpenter’s level

Outside mount

The ends of the brackets should be mounted on a vertical surface that is flat, then each bracket should be attached using two screws.

Inside mount

Each installation bracket should be attached to the top sill of the window opening using a screw. To properly attach the brackets, you need to make sure that the surface of the sill is at least 25mm in depth.

If you want the shades to cover handles, cranks, and locks, then you’ll need extra clearance for that.

Blind installation

When installing the blind, unwind the cord from the assembly, and make sure it hangs properly. The the next thing to do is slip the head rails into the brackets. Adjust the rail until it snaps properly. Finally, tighten the screw on each bracket by using a screwdriver. That is all!

By following the above guideline, you’ll be able to install your honeycomb blinds.